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PM's Press Conference 29/05/17: Two more troops?
Monday, 29 May 2017, 5:45 pm | Liana Pantaleo
Today Prime Minister Bill English gave a summary of what he felt were the highlights of last week’s budget announcement. ... The Prime minister was asked about NATO’s request for New Zealand to send two more personnel to Afghanistan and whether or ... More >>
PM's Press Conference 15/05/22: TPP, meth, housing
Monday, 22 May 2017, 5:37 pm | Liana Pantaleo
Prime Minister Bill English began today’s press conference with a summary of his trip to Japan, noting Japan’s commitment to the TPP. More >>
PM's Press Conference 15/05/17: Ngaro, King, & more
Monday, 15 May 2017, 5:40 pm | Liana Pantaleo
Prime Minister Bill English opened today’s press conference with a description of the upcoming trip to Japan. He mentioned the importance of New Zealand’s relationship with Japan and the benefits of trade between the two countries. The Prime Minister ... More >>
PM Press Conference 08/05/17: Australia and foreign affairs
Monday, 8 May 2017, 5:36 pm | Liana Pantaleo
Prime Minister Bill English smiled as he opened today’s press conference saying there are only just over two weeks until the government will announce their budget. He quickly outlined some of the budget announcements already made then went on to ... More >>
PM's Press Conference 01/05/17: Pike River Mine video
Monday, 1 May 2017, 5:21 pm | Liana Pantaleo
Today Prime Minister Bill English announced that they are putting the finishing touches on the budget, highlighting growth and spending on infrastructure. More >>
PM Press Conference 18/04/17: Pay equity settlement
Tuesday, 18 April 2017, 5:43 pm | Liana Pantaleo
Today the government announced a $2 billion pay equity settlement for health care and support workers. Minister of Health, Hon Dr Jonathan Coleman was present with Prime Minister Bill English to discuss the details. Some of those details include, ... More >>
PM's Press Conference 10/04/17: Edgecumbe Flooding Update
Monday, 10 April 2017, 4:48 pm | Liana Pantaleo
Today Social Development Minister Anne Tolley joined Prime Minster Bill English to discuss the flooding situation in Edgecumbe. Ms Tolley has been appointed the lead minister to oversee government assistance. The Prime Minister said, a state of local ... More >>
PM's Press Conference 03/04/17: PM adresses Hit and Run
Monday, 3 April 2017, 5:46 pm | Liana Pantaleo
In today’s press conference the Prime Minister addressed allegations brought forth by the book Hit and Run. He expressed confidence that the NZDF acted lawfully and that no further inquiry is necessary. More >>
PM Press Conference 20/02/17: Anti-money laundering
Monday, 13 March 2017, 5:52 pm | Liana Pantaleo
Prime Minister Bill English began today’s press conference thanking the emergency services workers who assisted with the flooding in Auckland and Coromandel this weekend. Water is safe to drink in Auckland, but he advises people to still conserve their ... More >>
PM Press Conference 06/03/17: NZ Super Age Increased to 67
Monday, 6 March 2017, 5:54 pm | Liana Pantaleo
Today Prime Minister Bill English and Finance Minister Steven Joyce announced that the government will increase the age of entitlement to New Zealand Superannuation from 65 to 67. Mr English and Mr Joyce were both present to describe the proposal ... More >>
Press Conference 27/02/17: Kiwi workers failing drug tests
Monday, 27 February 2017, 5:33 pm | Liana Pantaleo
Prime Minster Bill English began today’s press conference with an announcement to extend support for earthquake effected Kaikoura, Hurunui and Marlborough. The State Highway coastal route is progressing and expected to be open by the end of ... More >>
PM Press Conference 20/02/17: Election Speculation, or Not
Monday, 20 February 2017, 4:21 pm | Liana Pantaleo
Prime Minister Bill English began today’s press conference by thanking the emergency services workers for their efforts to tame the fire in Christchurch this past week, and expressed the need to continue to improve emergency responses. The Prime Minister ... More >>
13/02/17 PM’s Press Conference: Housing, Housing, Housing
Monday, 13 February 2017, 5:44 pm | Liana Pantaleo
Prime Minister Bill English began today’s press conference with a recap of announcements that were made recently: $300mn for ultrafast broadband, $500bn for police, the extension of the earthquake relief fund, the completion of the expressway up the Kapiti Coast, ... More >>
PM's Press Conference 01/02/17: Election Date Announced
Wednesday, 1 February 2017, 4:27 pm | Liana Pantaleo
Prime Minister Bill English began today’s press conference with an announcement that the general election will be held on Saturday 23 September . More >>
61 Molesworth “Deconstruction”: The Last Wall Standing
Friday, 27 January 2017, 10:04 am | Liana Pantaleo
It’s the end of January and occupants of the surrounding office buildings are moving back in. Red Cross employees are back at work in their pre-quake space and the Ministry of Justice has announced Wellington High Court will reopen at 2 Molesworth St. on ... More >>
PM's Press Conference 24/01/17: TPP, Trade and Minimum Wage
Tuesday, 24 January 2017, 5:15 pm | Liana Pantaleo
Prime Minister Bill English’s first official press conference of the year began with a warm welcome back from holidays. In relation to President Trump’s withdrawal from the TPP he expressed disappointment but hopes to negotiate a bilateral agreement ... More >>
61 Molesworth “Deconstruction”: As 2016 Nears Its End
Wednesday, 28 December 2016, 4:41 pm | Liana Pantaleo
The year finally nears its close and the work continues on Molesworth St. As expected, the tall piece of the building that was hardly touched last week is being pulled apart just like the rest of the structure. A small crowd of people stop to watch ... More >>
61 Molesworth “Deconstruction”: …I’ve lost track of the days
Thursday, 22 December 2016, 12:58 pm | Liana Pantaleo
A security worker, who I spoke to yesterday, didn’t know what the completion date is, but it sure looks like it’ll continue on through January. I also inquired about the structure to the left and whether it will be “deconstructed” as well; Mr ... More >>
61 Molesworth “Deconstruction”: When will it end?
Monday, 19 December 2016, 9:43 am | Liana Pantaleo
Post-weekend, the once nine-storey office building at 61 Molesworth St has been reduced to an eight-storey. The day-to-day changes appear more significant now than they had in the early weeks. More >>
61 Molesworth “Deconstruction”: The Street Reopens
Thursday, 15 December 2016, 9:54 am | Liana Pantaleo
As stated in a press release from Wellington City Council yesterday afternoon, one lane around the demolition site of 61 Molesworth has reopened to vehicles and pedestrians. Car, bus and foot traffic is moving along (albeit slowly) and some surrounding buildings ... More >>
